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Post by cadoodlebug on Mar 15, 2019 4:56:51 GMT
Couldn't find a thread. We just watched, even DH had a tear or two in his eye when Kate was *talking* to Jack.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2019 5:44:42 GMT
Same here. I'm sad about Kevin drinking again. Hope he gets help asap. Hope the baby makes it (he's so very tiny!). And now I know that the mom wasn't having a stroke while waiting in the waiting room, saying random things about the chairs, etc......... Wouldn't it have been easier to lean into her husband and say, "This place brings back all horrible memories of when Jack died"  |
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Post by Basket1lady on Mar 15, 2019 5:45:51 GMT
I had a NICU baby, but he was born at term. All the feels. I hadn’t slept in over 24 hours and I was loopey and hopped up on drugs and hormones and coming out of an emergency c/s. It was like I had to breathe each breath with DS and will him to live.
I was POef with Kevin for making it all about him. And with Randall for fighting with Kevin. Did anyone else worry that Rebecca was losing it? And Miguel seemed to be covering for her. I wonder if she is showing the early stages of dementia? It seemed more than just flash backs to the night Jack died.
And Madison. Why did I feel so much for her? And why didn’t anyone else pipe up and tell Kevin that of course she could stay. And in the end, she’s the only one who actually DID anything to help.
ETA: Just to say that DS did make it and is a great 22 year old, about to graduate from college. Hugs to all those NICU moms.
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Post by lesserknownpea on Mar 15, 2019 6:58:03 GMT
My grandsons were NICU twins. It’s a scary time.
Good episode, I like the way it was all in the waiting room. And I KNEW that water bottle was full of vodka. I usually live Randall, but he’s been annoying me lately.
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Post by just PEAchy on Mar 15, 2019 11:55:25 GMT
My grandsons were NICU twins. It’s a scary time. Good episode, I like the way it was all in the waiting room. And I KNEW that water bottle was full of vodka. I usually live Randall, but he’s been annoying me lately. Wait, what water bottle? Somehow I missed that. And, I agree, Randall is annoying me too. Overall, I liked the episode. I felt bad for Madison. I’m still mad at Jack too. Everyone thinks he’s such a saint, but I can’t believe he just basically abandoned his brother & never told the family about him. |
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Post by SweetieBsMom on Mar 15, 2019 12:41:17 GMT
I had a NICU baby, but he was born at term. All the feels. I hadn’t slept in over 24 hours and I was loopey and hopped up on drugs and hormones and coming out of an emergency c/s. It was like I had to breathe each breath with DS and will him to live. I was POef with Kevin for making it all about him. And with Randall for fighting with Kevin. Did anyone else worry that Rebecca was losing it? And Miguel seemed to be covering for her. I wonder if she is showing the early stages of dementia? It seemed more than just flash backs to the night Jack died.
And Madison. Why did I feel so much for her? And why didn’t anyone else pipe up and tell Kevin that of course she could stay. And in the end, she’s the only one who actually DID anything to help. Something seemed more "off" with Rebecca other than worrying about Kate. She legitimately looked like she wasn't "there" at points. And I've never seen Miguel speak up so much for her, I thought that was weird.
The MINUTE Kevin came back with the water bottle I thought "vodka".
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Post by Basket1lady on Mar 15, 2019 14:30:34 GMT
My grandsons were NICU twins. It’s a scary time. Good episode, I like the way it was all in the waiting room. And I KNEW that water bottle was full of vodka. I usually live Randall, but he’s been annoying me lately. Yes! When Zoe took that drink from the water bottle, I was so surprised when she didn’t say anything. The writers fooled me! just PEAchy—at the end, just before we saw Kate and Toby in the NICU, Beth tells Zoe that she’s proud of her for sticking around. Zoe responds with, “His water bottle is full of vodka.” |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Mar 15, 2019 14:36:51 GMT
I think they explained Rebecca being *off*. I don't think dementia is being a road they will go down. At least I hope not. Yeah, the moment Zoe took a sip of Kevin's water, I knew it was vodka. From the previews it made it look like he and Zoe break up and he goes to Sophie's place. Did it strike anyone how much Kate looked like teenage Kate when she and Toby went to see the baby? Without any makeup on it was more striking than usual to us. Has anyone else noticed that black dot next to Beth's pupil? I, too, felt bad for Madison. DH said Kevin was being an ass right before Kevin said *sorry, I'm being an ass.*  |
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Post by mom on Mar 15, 2019 15:38:10 GMT
This episode was almost too much for me. My daughter was born at 24 weeks and it was hard watching this. Not sure if I will watch next week or not.
Really disappointed in Kevin and I agree. Randall is getting obnoxious.
I don't think Rebeccas is ok...Miguel is answering for her and Beth picked up on that. I think it will come up again in a future episode. Whatever is going on, Miguel knows already what it is. And whats with the whole 'the family stays' comment? I seriously sighed when she said that. I also was surprise that the waiting room reminded her of Jack dying - she's lost a child herself and I would think the possibility of Kate losing a baby would bring that to the forefront. I know *I* can't be in a maternity ward without thinking about my losing my daughter. So I am surprised Rebecca doesn't mention this.
I think Miguel and Madison saved the show this week. They are the only two who didn't get on my nerves this week.
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Post by librarylady on Mar 15, 2019 15:42:55 GMT
I sure feel bad for Miguel. Though I don't think Toby meant to be cruel, that was cruel to say she wants to see Miguel and it only be a joke.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Mar 15, 2019 15:48:08 GMT
This episode was almost too much for me. My daughter was born at 24 weeks and it was hard watching this. Not sure if I will watch next week or not. As I watched it, I thought of all the viewers who had lost a child born too early. Hugs to you. |
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Post by Basket1lady on Mar 15, 2019 16:16:18 GMT
This episode was almost too much for me. My daughter was born at 24 weeks and it was hard watching this. Not sure if I will watch next week or not. Really disappointed in Kevin and I agree. Randall is getting obnoxious. I don't think Rebeccas is ok...Miguel is answering for her and Beth picked up on that. I think it will come up again in a future episode. Whatever is going on, Miguel knows already what it is. And whats with the whole 'the family stays' comment? I seriously sighed when she said that. I also was surprise that the waiting room reminded her of Jack dying - she's lost a child herself and I would think the possibility of Kate losing a baby would bring that to the forefront. I know *I* can't be in a maternity ward without thinking about my losing my daughter. So I am surprised Rebecca doesn't mention this. I think Miguel and Madison saved the show this week. They are the only two who didn't get on my nerves this week. I can see how hard this episode would be for you. I’m so sorry for your loss. |
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Post by idahomom on Mar 15, 2019 19:13:38 GMT
My son was also born at 24 weeks and died in my arms hours after birth. I've teared up with the last couple of episodes.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Mar 15, 2019 19:15:23 GMT
My son was also born at 24 weeks and died in my arms hours after birth. I've teared up with the last couple of episodes. I am so sorry, I can't imagine. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2019 19:38:50 GMT
My son was also born at 24 weeks and died in my arms hours after birth. I've teared up with the last couple of episodes. I'm so very sorry. I can't imagine how hard it must have been to see this episode. Hugs to you!
ETA: My heart goes out to anyone who lost a preemie. Watching shows like this, I instantly worry about it being too much for them. The same goes with this soap I watch (The Bold & The Beautiful) that has had a gut-wrenching storyline about baby-switching, etc. I've written to CBS about it and such a huge outpouring of comments are directed to CBS and to the show about how terrible they've handled this topic. I just can't imagine going to that low of a storyline when they could come up with so much more to intrigue fans.
About This Is Us: A few more comments I forgot to add. "Kevin"/Justin Hartley was on many tv shows before this. He was a major star on The Young & The Restless as Adam Newman, and to say that he was beloved would be an understatement. He looked SO much more handsome on that show and had sexy love scenes with his 'wife'. They were a great couple. To see him go from that to this show makes me sad. I haven't seen more of his acting chops being displayed on this show. In fact, he's not too likeable. When he snapped at Madison, I was mad that no one stood up for her. She might have been a tad annoying, but she's Kate's true friend and they needed to respect that!
The same disrespect goes with how they all treat Miguel when it comes down to it. It's unacceptable. He's proven himself and has the family's best interest.
About Rebecca: I really thought that they were going to have her character have a stroke. She was very much "off". If it was due to her traumatic memories of losing Jack and also losing her triplet, I could see it to some extent, but she was extreme.
When Kevin went out "for a walk" and said he was okay, who the heck would trust that?? You could see that he was behaving like a caged animal. He needed his fix. He really needs a therapist, stat!! I felt sad for Zoe because she does love him and despite him lying to her and not sharing his most current drinking stint, she was ready to try again and then he lost her trust 10 minutes later. It's an terrible disease.
Randall was being a bit annoying. What Kevin said to him rang a bit true....
And, yes, Kate looked like young Kate without makeup in the NICU. I hope that little Jack makes it. (She also needs to dial back the immature selfishness and grow up!).
I keep pulling for this show and I hope that it gets better. I adore Ken Olin and follow him on Twitter. He's got some incredible ideas. I hope that this show keeps getting better!
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Post by lisae on Mar 15, 2019 20:43:23 GMT
The last scene was very moving.
Otherwise, I hated the episode. I've spent far too much time in hospital waiting rooms to want to watch a bunch of crabby people often mumbling under their breath as they tried to pass the time and deal with all their issues. I felt like I was trapped there with them because I really wanted to know what happened to Kate.
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Post by ModChick on Mar 16, 2019 3:40:10 GMT
Almost 14 years ago I had a baby at 26 weeks gestation, his name is Jack. To say I ugly cried during the last 4 minutes of this show is an understatement. I had to rewind and rewatch because my memories got so tangled up with the show. I was just as convinced as Kate is that he’d be ok and he is 💗
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Post by ModChick on Mar 16, 2019 4:28:14 GMT
Just read the comments on this thread now. It was rough for me watching this episode so I can only imagine now excruciating it must be for all of you who lost a baby 💔 Huge hugs and love to each of you.
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Post by danor98 on Mar 17, 2019 0:38:24 GMT
cadoodlebug“Has anyone else noticed that black dot next to Beth's pupil?” Yes! So glad someone else has noticed it. I first saw it on the previous episode about Beth’s childhood. I noticed it on Beth and then on her younger self. The casting on this show amazes me weekly!!
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Post by cadoodlebug on Mar 17, 2019 1:58:39 GMT
cadoodlebug“Has anyone else noticed that black dot next to Beth's pupil?” Yes! So glad someone else has noticed it. I first saw it on the previous episode about Beth’s childhood. I noticed it on Beth and then on her younger self. The casting on this show amazes me weekly!! I noticed it a long time ago but kept forgetting to mention it here! |
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Post by mom on Mar 17, 2019 2:47:28 GMT
Does anyone else think Zoe might be pregnant? Been thinking about this - in the preview for next week she & Kevin are talking and she says she doesn't want kids. Why would this even come up unless she was telling him she is pregnant?
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